Classic Poem

God lov'd the world of mankind so,
He sent his only Son,
To save them all from sin and woe,
Who trust in him alone.

Not to condemn the sons of men,
The Son of God was sent;
No weapons in his hand were seen,
No warlike instrument.

But by his word of grace he wins
Their hearts who hear him tell,
He's sent to take away their sins,
And save their souls from hell.

His lips have grace into them pour'd;
His hands the blessing give
If sinners then embrace his word,
They shall for ever live.

Believers happy are proclaim'd,
Whom gospel-tidings draw:
But unbelievers are condemn'd
Already by the law;

Yea, double vengeance on them lies
Who 'gainst the light rebel;
Who God's eternal Son despise,
Shall have the hottest hell.